Climate & Energy: Clean Energy

With Limited Funds, Is It Better to Buy Solar or an EV?

The answer depends on where you live and what you drive

By Bob Schildgen April 9, 2019

In this story: , solar, electric vehicles

Can 100 Percent Renewable Energy Cope With a Polar Vortex?

Spoiler: Yes, if we're prepared.

By Mukta Patil March 16, 2019

In this story: extreme weather, clean energy

Solar Energy Shines on Election Night in Nevada

The Sagebrush State cemented itself as a renewable energy bright spot

By Alison Cagle February 28, 2019

In this story: clean energy

Nevada senator Jacky Rosen raises her hand as she's sworn in.

California Tribe's DIY Electric Grid

Rather than risk losing power in a wildfire, this tribe made a microgrid

March 3, 2019

In this story: clean energy, solar

Jana Ganion, sustainability director for Blue Lake Rancheria, stands in front of a solar panel array.

Heating Hacks for Winter

How to keep the house warm without cranking up the fossil fuels

By Alison Cagle December 29, 2018

In this story: clean energy, home, science, diy

The Overstory: Hiking for Healing

Season One, Episode Three

December 10, 2018

In this story: military outdoors, solar, climbing

What Is This Green New Deal Anyway?

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has a plan to tackle climate change

By Heather Smith November 28, 2018

In this story: clean energy, climate change, federal policy, Green New Deal

Make Colonizers Afraid Again

Indigenous activists are standing up to uranium

By Zak Podmore November 14, 2018

In this story: clean energy, clean water, nuclear, environmental justice, public lands

The Environment Is Also on the November Ballot

Voters in many states will be deciding on environment-related initiatives. Here’s our exhaustive guide.

By Heather Smith October 31, 2018

In this story: politics, elections, clean energy

The Aloha State Paves the Way for a Clean Energy Future

Hawai'i is riding a clean energy wave

By Wendy Becktold November 6, 2018